Aged Parent Visa - Subclass 804

The Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804) is a permanent visa designed for aged parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to stay and remain in Australia indefinitely. This visa is non-contributory, meaning it has a lower application fee but significantly longer processing times compared to contributory parent visas.

Key Features of the Subclass 804 Visa

• Permanent Residency:
  • Stay in Australia indefinitely.
  • Pathway to Australian citizenship if eligibility criteria are met.
• Low Cost: Non-contributory, with a lower visa application fee compared to contributory parent visas.
• Family Reunion: Reunite with your children in Australia and live with them permanently.

Eligibility Requirements

For Visa Applicants

• Sponsorship:
  • You must be sponsored by your Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen child.
  • If your child is under 18, another eligible sponsor (e.g., a relative, guardian, or community organization) can sponsor you.
• Balance of Family Test:
  • At least half of your children must be eligible children (Australian citizen, PR, or eligible NZ citizen), or
  • More eligible children must live in Australia than in any other single country.
• Age Requirement: You must be old enough to qualify for the Australian Aged Pension, generally 67 years or older for persons born after 01 January 1957.
• Assurance of Support: An assurance of support is required to ensure you do not rely on government assistance after entering Australia. The assurer is typically your sponsor.
• Health and Character: You must meet Australia’s health and character requirements. The health requirement cannot be waived, so consult with your migration agent if you have any medical conditions.

For Sponsors

• Eligibility to Sponsor: The sponsor must be:
  • The applicant’s child, child’s partner, relative, guardian, or a community organization.
• Settled in Australia: The sponsor (if not an organization) must be over 18 years of age and have lived lawfully in Australia for at least 2 years.

Application Process

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Application Preparation: Submit the visa and sponsorship application, and pay the first visa application charge.
2. Queueing and Assessment: Your application is queued for processing. The Department of Home Affairs may request additional documents at this stage.
3. Assurance of Support: Provide an assurance of support and additional documents such as police and health checks when requested.
4. Final Decision: Pay the second installment of the visa application charge before visa grant.

Benefits of the Subclass 804 Visa

• Stay Indefinitely: Live in Australia permanently.
• Work and Study: Work and study in Australia.
• Medicare: Access Australia’s public healthcare system.
• Citizenship: Apply for Australian citizenship once residency requirements are met.
• Family Sponsorship: Sponsor eligible family members to come to Australia.

What to Expect

• Processing Time: The Subclass 804 Visa has a significantly long processing time due to its non-contributory nature. Applicants often wait several years for a decision.
• Assurance of Support: Financial guarantees ensure you do not rely on government assistance.

Ready to Join Your Family in Australia?

The Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804) offers a cost-effective pathway for aged parents to reunite with their families in Australia permanently.

Contact Global Vision Migration today for expert guidance and personalized assistance in lodging your visa application. Let us help you navigate the process smoothly and achieve your goal of living in Australia with your loved ones!

Disclaimer: This content is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit the Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804).